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3-Axis Pilot Training

Doug Ward FI

As a Microlight Flying Instructor, it is not only my intention to teach you how to fly a Microlight, but also to teach you how to make a 'Decision' based on what you See, what you Hear, and what you Feel.

A good understanding of the Ground School subjects is paramount in enabling you to make the right decision every time, and that is why, when you block book your first 10hrs of Flight tuition, I will provide you with FREE! Ground School tuition in Air Law & Human Performance & Limitations. 

Doug Ward

The National Private Pilot's Licence

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So, what is a National Private Pilot’s Licence? Well, it’s a licence specific to UK pilots, it’s not recognised internationally, so would not automatically entitle you to fly an aeroplane in another country. It’s a licence that must be endorsed with a class rating that permits the holder to fly that class of aeroplane. And the class of aeroplane we talk about is the Microlight, therefore, to obtain a licence with a Microlight class rating, you must first complete the Flight Training Syllabus with a CAA certified Microlight Flight Instructor.

 

To attain an Unrestricted NPPL with Microlight Rating, you must complete:

  • A Minimum of 25hrs flight time of which a Minimum is 10hrs Solo.

  • A Minimum of 5hrs Cross country Navigation of which a Minimum of 3hrs Solo.

  • A Minimum of 2x40Nm Land Away flights with destinations of a Minimum 15Nm from the start, or, a Minimum 1x100Nm Land Away flight with 2 landings each with a Minimum of 15Nm from the start, or each other. Way point coordinates are to be recorded in your student’s logbook.

  • Successfully complete 6 ground exams, 5 written, 1 Oral.

  • Successfully complete a General Skills Test.

  • All Solo hours are valid for 24 months, including Nav training.

  • The 5 written ground exams are £40 per exam.

  • All flight training requires membership of £25/month to E-Planes ltd, who are the owners of Sandtoft Aerodrome EGCF. 

Pre Flight Training Requirements

Essential Reading

Principles of Flight

Must Have

Pooleys

Head set

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DC Headset

G-OWMC

G-OWMC

G-RMAV

G-RMAV
NPPL Medical

Medical

There are many books you can read in preparation for your ground exams, whilst most are informative, not all are fully relevent to the exams. The 3-Axis Microlight Training book is, because I wrote it, and I teach it.  

The British Microlight Aircraft Association Syllabus is an informative guide that gives you an understanding of the structure of the training that we shall conduct, and keep you ahead of the curve. The Microlight Pilot's log book is an essential requirement that proves the training exercises you have completed when applying for your licence.   

If you learn to fly with the Thruster T600, you will need the Micro Avionics style head set that has a 7 pin bayonet locking socket. If you learn to fly with the Ikarus C42 you will need a GA style head set with dual plugs. 

Maximum Student/Passenger Weight 90kg's Max age 75yrs

 

NPPL Revalidation Hour with Instructor £90.

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30 minute Thruster T600 Gift Flight £75. 

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1hr Thruster T600 Flight Training £90. 

 

10hr Thruster T600 block bookings

£900, with Free Air Law, and HP&L

Ground School.

Block Bookings are best conducted intensively over a period of one week. Sandtoft has accommodation if required, and we can fly up until 9:30pm. Contact me for more details. 

Maximum Student/Passenger Weight 100kg's

 

30 minute Ikarus C42 Gift Flight £100. 

 

1hr Ikarus C42 Flight Training £140. 

 

11hr Ikarus C42 block bookings £1400.

Block bookings are best conducted intensively over a period of one week. Sandtoft has accommodation if required, and we can fly up until 9:30pm. Contact me for more details. 

To maintain the privileges of your NPPL, or fly solo as a Student Pilot, your health must meet the Standard required based on the DVLA Ordinary Driving Licence. This must be confirmed via an online declaration by the Student/Pilot. This declaration is valid until the holder’s 70th birthday. After their 70th birthday the holder must make a new declaration, and continue to do so, every 3 years from that point.

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